Turning Point was founded on the idea that diverse groups working together can better identify and influence the determinants of health. This community-based partnership brings together our citizens, businesses and health care professionals to make Tulsa a healthier community.

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Turning Point

Oklahoma Turning Point is an Oklahoma State Health Department initiative to transform and strengthen the public health system in Oklahoma by making it more community-based and collaborative. Turning Point was founded on the idea that diverse groups working together can better identify and influence the determinants of health. Turning Point starts at the local level, building broad community support and participation in public health priority setting and action, engaging and linking affected people at the local level.

Oklahoma Turning Point in Tulsa County

Turning Point has a long history in Tulsa County. Various community partners and organizations have partnered with Turning Point since 1998. Today, the Family Health Coalition, a sponsored group of the Community Service Council, is the official Turning Point coalition in Tulsa County.

For more information, please contact the Regional Turning Point Consultant for Tulsa County, Fauzia Khan at fauziak@health.ok.gov